The former Elland Road-favourite looks back fondly on the talented Leeds side of the early 2000s, and their rapid fall from European heights. Following their win against Millwall, the FC panel talk Leeds United’s Championship title hopes. Mark Viduka believes Bernie Mandic played a detrimental role in his relationship with former Leeds and Socceroos teammate
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3:24 PM ET Lucas Zelarayan scored in the 56th minute in his debut as the host Columbus Crew recorded a 1-0 victory over New York City FC on Sunday in the season opener for both teams. NYCFC played down a player for 87 minutes after defender Maxime Chanot was issued a red card in the
Herculez Gomez and Alejandro Moreno make the case for 2019 champions Seattle to win another MLS Cup in 2020. Herculez Gomez explains why Inter Miami cannot build a successful club around Rodolfo Pizarro. The FC guys debate whether Galaxy newcomer Javier “Chicharito” Hernandez will outscore LAFC star Carlos Vela. Major League Soccer is marking its
Herculez Gomez questions Inter Miami’s strategy after signing Rodolfo Pizarro for their first MLS season. The 2020 Major League Soccer season is just around the corner, which naturally means a host of new players in the league. But who cares about those guys? We want to talk about what really matters: the coaches. In the
Steve Nicol says Cristiano Ronaldo would bring goals and silverware to any MLS franchise. Herculez Gomez responds to speculation about Mexico goalkeeping great Guillermo Ochoa’s role at Club America. Herculez Gomez questions Inter Miami’s strategy after signing Rodolfo Pizarro for their first MLS season. NFL stars, rappers and actors model the new kits MLS clubs
NFL stars, rappers and actors model the new kits MLS clubs will wear in the league’s 25th season. New York City FC is making “significant progress” toward a possible soccer-specific stadium in the Bronx that would be part of a $1 billion development project, the club announced in a statement to fans. The 25,000-seat stadium
NYCFC could play its opening CCL match at New York Red Bull Arena. New York City FC has been forced to hold the home leg of its CONCACAF Champions League encounter against AD San Carlos at Red Bull Arena, sources with knowledge of the situation have confirmed to ESPN. San Carlos sporting director Gustavo Perez
Ronny Deila is hoping for a repeat performance. Back in 2009, when the New York City FC manager was managing Stromsgodset in his home country of Norway, the club was in danger of relegation. He promised the fans that if they avoided the drop, he would strip off his clothes in front of them. When
[embedded content] David Beckham’s expansion Inter Miami CF selected Clemson forward Robbie Robinson with the first overall pick in the 2020 MLS SuperDraft on Thursday. Robinson, 21, won this year’s MAC Hermann award as the top male collegiate player in the country. The Camden, South Carolina, native is a versatile, mobile forward who can play
Don Garber revels in MLS’ Southeast expansion after announcing Charlotte will join the league in 2021. New York City FC announced that four regular season games in 2020 will be moved to Citi Field. The games had previously been scheduled for midweek dates at the team’s Yankee Stadium home, but citing fixture congestion NYCFC opted
Claudio Reyna served as New York City FC’s sporting director for the club’s first six years in existence. Austin FC has named Claudio Reyna as the team’s first sporting director after leaving a similar post with New York City FC. Reyna, 46, will oversee all of Austin’s soccer operations, a role like the one he
Alejandro Pozuelo’s 90th-minute Panenka kick sends Toronto to the conference final. Watch MLS on ESPN+. The Domenec Torrent era at New York City FC came to an end following the 2019 season, after two playoff appearances during his 14 months in MLS. Now, the club faces a struggle to replace the affable Torrent, a disciple
Alejandro Pozuelo’s 90th-minute Panenka kick sends Toronto to the conference final. Watch MLS on ESPN+. Major League Soccer: Alejandro Pozuelo (47′) NYCFC 0-1 Toronto FC. Watch MLS on ESPN+. Alexandru Mitrita keeps scoring for Romania ahead of the MLS playoffs. Watch more Euro qualifying on ESPN+. Alexandru Mitrita gets to goal with some clever footwork
Taylor Twellman breaks down how top seed NYCFC could fall victim to Toronto or D.C. United in the playoffs. In 2019, LAFC tore up the Major League Soccer record books, scoring a ridiculous 85 goals, posting a plus-46 goal differential and notching 72 points. But while Bob Bradley’s juggernaut struggled down the stretch, winning just
Alexandru Mitrita tallied three first-half goals to lead NYCFC past Atlanta United 4-1. For more MLS, sign up for ESPN+. New York City FC has finalized contingency plans for the MLS Cup playoffs, securing dates at Citi Field if there is a conflict with the New York Yankees. Those plans don’t include a scenario if